John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Limited
A highly-diversified and global corporation, the Swire Group’s businesses encompass property, aviation, beverages and food chain, as well as marine and trading & industrial activities. Its core businesses are mainly focused in Asia, with its key operations in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland. Within Asia, Swire's activities come under the Group's publicly quoted arm, Swire Pacific Limited, which is the largest shareholder in two Hong Kong listed companies: Swire Properties and Cathay Pacific Airways.
John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Limited is the holding company of the publicly-listed conglomerate, Swire Pacific Ltd. Our People Department is now inviting candidates to apply for the following position:
Manager, HR Business Partnering (Swire Programmes)
As the Manager, HR Business Partnering (Swire Programmes), you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Programme staff. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will provide strategic guidance on talent management and employee engagement, driving business success. This dynamic role requires a deep understanding of HR principles, strong business acumen, and the ability to seamlessly align HR strategies with our organisational goals.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with business leaders to understand organisational goals and align Hong Kong head office and programme staff with these objectives
- Implement talent management strategies with operating companies, focusing on retention and employee development
- Provide guidance on HR-related issues, including conflict resolution and employee grievances
- Support organisational change initiatives and help employees navigate transitions
- Identify skills gaps and development needs through conversations with Programme staff and operating companies
- Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, company policies, and procedures
- Support performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback, and performance reviews
- Implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction
- Lead or participate in strategic HR projects, such as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives
To be successful in this role, you must have:
- A Bachelor's degree, with at least 8 years in HR experience, preferably in a business partner role
- Strong knowledge of recruitment, talent management, employee relations, performance management, and organisational development
- Proven ability to work with diverse stakeholders and manage HR operations in a dynamic environment
- Excellent business acumen with a track record of aligning HR strategies to organisational objectives
- Proficiency in HR information systems, performance management software, and HR technology platforms
- Competency in data analytics tools, business intelligence, and data visusalisation tools to interpret HR metrics and support informed decision-making
- Experience leveraging digital tools for HR strategy creation, team management, and budget tracking
- The ability to use online collaboration tools to promote communication and information sharing among stakeholders
- Excellent command of both spoken and written English; additional language may be advantageous
Application:
At Swire, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment for all our people regardless of their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, relationship, family status, disability, race, ethnicity, nationality, religious or political beliefs. We believe in creating an environment where people feel comfortable at work and are able to realise their full potential.
We offer a competitive package to the right candidate. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this position, you can send your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’. We will contact all shortlisted candidates.
Application deadline: 19 September 2025
The Swire group is an equal opportunity employer. All applications will be used exclusively for selection purposes and handled confidentially by authorised personnel only. Your application may also be considered for other suitable positions within the Swire group (please indicate clearly on your application if you would not like to be considered for other positions within the group.) Following the data privacy ordinance, all unsuccessful applications will be destroyed after an appropriate time.